1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Cosmo | AIV |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |